Henrico County Police Animal Shelter

11/05/2024

Meet Winston!

He’s the definition of a gentle giant. We don’t fully know what Winston’s life was like before coming to our shelter, but we know that he is shy and incredibly sweet. He deserves a home where he can enjoy the simple things in life with his new family. Winston is up to date on his vaccinations and is ready for someone to spoil him!

If you're interested in meeting (or adopting!) Winston, please call our shelter Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. at 804-727-8807!

If you’d like to see who else is available at the shelter for adoption, you can visit henrico.gov/police/animal-protection-unit/ and learn more about the shelter. The webpage is updated frequently.

Let our Office of Public Affairs know if you adopt one of our pet friends!🐾

11/01/2024

Meet Ribbon!

He’s a beautifully brindled guy who wants to be your velcro dog! Ribbon is extremely gentle; he’ll roll over on his back for belly rubs and rest his face in your hands as long as you’re willing to hold him. Ribbon is up to date on his shots and Furbish Thrift is sponsoring his neuter surgery – he’s ready to find his fur-ever family!

If you're interested in meeting (or adopting!) Ribbon, please call our shelter Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. at 804-727-8807!

If you’d like to see who else is available at the shelter for adoption, you can visit henrico.gov/police/animal-protection-unit/ and learn more about the shelter. The webpage is updated frequently.

Let our Office of Public Affairs know if you adopt one of our pet friends!🐾

10/31/2024

Happy Halloween! 🎃

Is your witch's coven or werewolf pack missing a member? You could meet your spooky best friend here! Call 804-727-8807 on Monday-Saturday during 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. to make an appointment today.

To see all of our animals available for adoption and learn more about our shelter: https://henrico.gov/police/animal-protection-unit/

10/29/2024

Happy National Cat Day – meet Craig!

He’s a black and white tuxedo cat, so Craig is always ready for a fancy night! Whether you set up a night of cozying up on the couch or a laser-pointer party, he’ll be right there with you. If your family has been missing a fuzzy buddy dressed to the nine’s, meet Craig to see if he’s a match!

If you're interested in meeting (or adopting!) Craig, please call our shelter Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. at 804-727-8807!

If you’d like to see who else is available at the shelter for adoption, you can visit henrico.gov/police/animal-protection-unit/ and learn more about the shelter. The webpage is updated frequently.

Let our Office of Public Affairs know if you adopt one of our pet friends!🐾

10/27/2024

Happy National Black Cat Day! 😺

Meet Craig, Jack, Felex, Mondao, Janet, Hayden and Matty!

Black cats used to be considered bad luck, but we couldn’t disagree more. We have many cats who are looking for homes, from kittens to seniors, short to long hair, and everything in between. If your family is missing a purr machine, call us to make an appointment to meet some of the sweet cats in our care!

To meet (or adopt!) any of our animals, call 804-727-8807 on Monday-Saturday between 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

See all of the pets available for adoption here: https://henrico.gov/police/animal-protection-unit/

10/25/2024

Happy National Adopt-a-Dog Month – meet Woody!

Are you a lonely space ranger? Woody is looking for someone to be his favorite deputy! He’s an easy going sheriff, but promises to always tell you if there’s a snake in your boot. Woody is up to date on all of his vaccinations, and he thinks this town is actually big enough for the two of you.

If you're interested in meeting (or adopting!) Woody, please call our shelter Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. at 804-727-8807!

If you’d like to see who else is available at the shelter for adoption, you can visit henrico.gov/police/animal-protection-unit/ and learn more about the shelter. The webpage is updated frequently.

Let our Office of Public Affairs know if you adopt one of our pet friends!🐾

10/24/2024

A local Lowe's Home Improvement surprised us recently with donations that were collected and delivered by their employees! Thank you so much for supporting the animals in our care! ❤

Donations are never expected but always extremely appreciated! It's a wonderful way to provide care for the animals in Henrico when you are not able to adopt or foster, and there are a few items we always have a need for:
▪ Used towels and blankets
▪ Newspaper
▪ Dog kongs (no cloth toys for dogs)
▪ Dog treats
▪ Cat toys (cloth only)
▪ Dry kitten kibble
▪ Dry kitten formula

Donations can be brought to the lobby at 7721 E. Parham Road.

You can also order supplies that can be delivered directly to our shelter from our new wish list: https://amzn.to/3NC2KC4

10/23/2024

Here's an update on Chomp Chomp from his new family! It looks like he's enjoying life and getting into mischief with his furry siblings:

"He's doing great! His fur is good and he's gained weight. He loves to roll and slide on his belly in the grass when he's not sleeping inside. He hasn't taken off on any missions with his pal Buddy lately!"
- Chomp Chomp's fur-ever family

We love getting updates on the pets from our shelter, so please feel free to comment or message us with adorable photos of them!

10/22/2024

Happy National Adopt-a-Dog Month – meet Frost!

He’s a dream for husky-lovers! Frost is silly and playful, and if he’s really excited, he’ll even sing for you. His eyes are two different but equally beautiful colors; one brown and one blue. Frost is a fluffy boy, so he needs someone who can regularly brush his fur and tell him how handsome he is. If you need someone to keep you laughing, meet Frost!

If you're interested in meeting (or adopting!) Frost, please call our shelter Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. at 804-727-8807!

If you’d like to see who else is available at the shelter for adoption, you can visit henrico.gov/police/animal-protection-unit/ and learn more about the shelter. The webpage is updated frequently.

Let our Office of Public Affairs know if you adopt one of our pet friends!🐾

10/18/2024

Happy National Adopt-a-Dog Month – meet Kaila!

She’s a gorgeous girl waiting to meet her fur-ever family! Kaila looks a lot like a dog, but she’s actually an extremely large rabbit, as you can see by her bunny ears… just kidding! No matter her species, Kaila is a big fan of affection; she loves getting ear scritches, shoulder pats, and belly rubs in between the zoomies. She’s up-to-date on all of her vaccinations and ready to find her new home!

If you're interested in meeting (or adopting!) Kaila, please call our shelter Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. at 804-727-8807!

If you’d like to see who else is available at the shelter for adoption, you can visit henrico.gov/police/animal-protection-unit/ and learn more about the shelter. The webpage is updated frequently.

Let our Office of Public Affairs know if you adopt one of our pet friends!🐾

10/16/2024

Rabies vaccines save lives!

Bring your pets this Saturday, October 19 to the Western Henrico Government Complex to receive their rabies vaccines, tags, and inoculation certificates.

Each rabies vaccine costs $20, cash only. Henrico County dog licenses will also be available for $10 each, cash only.

*Cats must be in carriers.

For more information: https://henrico.gov/calendar/october-rabies-clinic/

We're hosting our next Rabies Clinic on Saturday, October 19!

The event is at the Henrico County Western Government Complex (4301 E. Parham Road). Pet owners will register and pay $20 (cash only) for each pet in the cashier's office at the Administration Building before seeing a veterinarian on the first level of the adjacent parking deck. Cats must be in carriers.

**Under Virginia law, dogs and cats four months of age and older must be vaccinated for rabies.**

A rabies tag and certificate of inoculation are included with every shot. Henrico County dog licenses will also be available. The lifetime license fee is $10.

To learn more: https://henrico.gov/calendar/october-rabies-clinic/

10/15/2024

Happy National Adopt-a-Dog Month – meet Sunshine!

She’s a little ray of sunshine - that’s how she got her name! Sunshine is a sweet girl with a baby face who just wants someone to pet her 24/7. She’s a shy, cuddly girl who wants to be your velcro dog. Her vaccinations are up-to-date, so come meet your new sidekick!

If you're interested in meeting (or adopting!) Sunshine, please call our shelter Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. at 804-727-8807!

If you’d like to see who else is available at the shelter for adoption, you can visit henrico.gov/police/animal-protection-unit/ and learn more about the shelter. The webpage is updated frequently.

Let our Office of Public Affairs know if you adopt one of our pet friends!🐾

10/14/2024

🕚 Today is the last day to apply!

We're looking for Part-Time Animal Care Assistants - if you are interested, you need to have your application in by the end of today.

Apply through the county website here: https://henrico.gov/services/jobs/
➡️ You can search for the job posting quickly by typing in "police" in the keyword box.

If you know someone who might be interested, please share this post with them!

📣 We're hiring!

We are looking for both full and part-time Animal Care Assistants for our shelter! The people in these roles will assist in the daily care and feedings for animals, perform routine maintenance to the animals' cages and runs, handle appointments, and interact with public on the phone and in-person.

Some of the qualifications we are looking for include:
▪ Basic knowledge of the care, control, feeding, dietary, and environmental needs for dogs, cats and other companion animals
▪ Computer skills with business software
▪ Physically prepared to possibly lift heavy weight, bend, squat, and reach overhead
▪ Minimum of High School diploma or equivalent
▪ Potential availability on days, evenings, weekends, and holidays

For full details and to apply: henrico.gov/services/jobs/
➡️You can search for the job posting quickly by typing in "police" in the keyword box.

Apply online by:
▪ Full-time position ( # IRC186208): Monday, October 7, 2024
▪ Part-time position ( # IRC188997): Monday, October 14, 2024

10/11/2024

Happy National Adopt-a-Dog Month - meet Mary!

She’s a little love bug! Mary is looking for a family to give her as many belly rubs as possible. Though she’s no longer a puppy, she’s still young and would enjoy some more practice with basic dog commands. Mary is already spayed and her shots are all up-to-date – she’s ready to cuddle up with you today!

If you're interested in meeting (or adopting!) Mary, please call our shelter Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. at 804-727-8807!

If you’d like to see who else is available at the shelter for adoption, you can visit henrico.gov/police/animal-protection-unit/ and learn more about the shelter. The webpage is updated frequently.

Let our Office of Public Affairs know if you adopt one of our pet friends!🐾

10/10/2024

Our shelter is a little spooky this month! 👻🎃🦇

If you visit us, you'll be greeted by an artful assortment of ghostly dogs and witchy cats (along with a few owls, crows, and bats)! Just make an appointment by calling 804-727-8807 on Monday-Saturday from 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

To learn more about our shelter and the wonderful animals available for adoption: https://henrico.gov/police/animal-protection-unit/

Thank you for the fun art you always create for us, Lex!

10/09/2024

Henrico County Police's Rabies Clinic is next weekend on October 19!

If your pet needs a rabies vaccine, you can bring them to the Western Government Complex, pay $20 per pet (cash only) in the cashier's office, and then see a veterinarian on the first level of the adjacent parking deck.

A rabies tag and certificate are included with every shot. Remember, there is no cure for rabies; a preventative vaccine could save your pet's life!

Henrico County dog licenses will also be available. The lifetime license fee is $10.

For more information: https://henrico.gov/calendar/october-rabies-clinic/?fbclid=IwY2xjawFzxANleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHcxJdVaixQkJv12PNj9ZfHHw2E5wlAOgAr-JUaoHUza3gz2e0ZKVZjEO5g_aem_WIdVXHeal0uRBqV8VJ4sjw

10/09/2024

❤️Cuddle puddle alert!❤️

Laura and Bill proved that no dog is too big to be a lapdog. Celebrate National Adopt-A-Dog month by welcoming one of ours into your family!

If you are interested in meeting (or adopting!) any of our incredible animals, please call our shelter to make an appointment at 804-727-8807 on Monday-Saturday between 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

https://www.facebook.com/lauracotterman/posts/pfbid0gG2vEHsGXF386FBWJMLFU43R3dqfjczojHHYf31yPM9UBYfWCkVaZb2qfT8FK5AUl

Send a message to learn more

10/08/2024

Happy National Adopt-a-Dog Month - meet Snow White!

She’s waiting for her true love – a family who will give her belly rubs and snuggle her up in a blanket. If you look closely, you’ll see that the markings around her nose even make a heart shape! Snow White is already up-to-date on her vaccines, and she’s ready to be your new princess.

If you're interested in meeting (or adopting!) Snow White, please call our shelter Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. at 804-727-8807!

If you’d like to see who else is available at the shelter for adoption, you can visit henrico.gov/police/animal-protection-unit/ and learn more about the shelter. The webpage is updated frequently.

Let our Office of Public Affairs know if you adopt one of our pet friends!🐾

10/07/2024

Reminder: apply for the Full-time Animal Care Assistant role by the end of the day today!

The person in this role will assist in the daily care and feedings for animals, perform routine maintenance to the animals' cages and runs, handle appointments, and interact with public on the phone and in-person.
Some of the qualifications we are looking for include:
▪ Basic knowledge of the care, control, feeding, dietary, and environmental needs for dogs, cats and other companion animals
▪ Computer skills with business software
▪ Physically prepared to possibly lift heavy weight, bend, squat, and reach overhead
▪ Minimum of High School diploma or equivalent
▪ Potential availability on days, evenings, weekends, and holidays

For full details and to apply: henrico.gov/services/jobs/
➡️ You can search for the job posting quickly by typing in "police" in the keyword box. The posting number for the full-time position is: IRC186208

📣 We're hiring!

We are looking for both full and part-time Animal Care Assistants for our shelter! The people in these roles will assist in the daily care and feedings for animals, perform routine maintenance to the animals' cages and runs, handle appointments, and interact with public on the phone and in-person.

Some of the qualifications we are looking for include:
▪ Basic knowledge of the care, control, feeding, dietary, and environmental needs for dogs, cats and other companion animals
▪ Computer skills with business software
▪ Physically prepared to possibly lift heavy weight, bend, squat, and reach overhead
▪ Minimum of High School diploma or equivalent
▪ Potential availability on days, evenings, weekends, and holidays

For full details and to apply: henrico.gov/services/jobs/
➡️You can search for the job posting quickly by typing in "police" in the keyword box.

Apply online by:
▪ Full-time position ( # IRC186208): Monday, October 7, 2024
▪ Part-time position ( # IRC188997): Monday, October 14, 2024

10/04/2024

Happy National Adopt-a-Dog Month - meet Lady!

She’s listed as a large dog, but Lady is a dainty girl! She’s looking for someone who can shower her with affection and tell her how beautiful she is every day (as she deserves). Lady is already spayed and her vaccinations are up-to-date, so she’s ready to enjoy a pampered life with her forever family.

If you're interested in meeting (or adopting!) Lady, please call our shelter Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. at 804-727-8807!

If you’d like to see who else is available at the shelter for adoption, you can visit henrico.gov/police/animal-protection-unit/ and learn more about the shelter. The webpage is updated frequently.

Let our Office of Public Affairs know if you adopt one of our pet friends!🐾

10/03/2024

Check out these amazing photos that friends of the shelter took of our dogs! You can see so much of their personalities here - thank you, Laura and Bill!

If you are interested in meeting (or adopting!) any of our incredible animals, please call our shelter to make an appointment at 804-727-8807 on Monday-Saturday between 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

You can learn more about our shelter here: https://henrico.gov/police/animal-protection-unit/

Send a message to learn more

10/02/2024

If your pet needs a rabies vaccine, mark your calendar for October 19!

Henrico County Police is holding a Rabies Clinic at the Henrico County Western Government Complex (4301 E. Parham Road). Pet owners will register and pay $20 (cash only) for each pet in the cashier's office at the Administration Building before seeing a veterinarian on the first level of the adjacent parking deck.

Under Virginia law, dogs and cats four months of age and older must be vaccinated for rabies.

A rabies tag and certificate of inoculation are included with every shot. Remember, there is no cure for rabies; a preventative vaccine could save your pet's life!

*Cats must be in carriers.

To learn more: https://henrico.gov/calendar/october-rabies-clinic/

10/01/2024

Happy National Black Dog Day! 🖤

Meet Shadow, Woody, Mellow, and Sofie! Our pets come in all shapes, colors, and sizes, but they are all so deserving of love and care. You could meet your new best friend today, and it all starts with scheduling an appointment with us!

Call 804-727-8807 on Monday-Saturday between 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., or learn more on our webpage: https://henrico.gov/police/animal-protection-unit/

09/30/2024

Thank you for highlighting two of our adorable dogs, Henrico Humane Society!

If you are interested in meeting (or adopting!) Tom Cochren, Cutie, or any of our other wonderful pets, please call the shelter to make an appointment at 804-727-8807, or learn more here: https://henrico.gov/police/animal-protection-unit/